Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as US Attorney General in 50-49 Vote

WASHINGTON, United States — The US Senate early Saturday confirmed Todd Blanche as the country’s 88th attorney general, ending weeks of uncertainty over his nomination. Blanche, a former personal attorney to President Donald Trump, secured confirmation in a 50-49 vote after a late-night Senate session that continued past 4 a.m.

Weekly Market Wrap: Sensex Gains 405 Points, Nifty 50 Rises 0.8%

NEW DELHI, India — Indian equity markets ended the week on a positive note on August 7, extending their gains for a second straight week. The Nifty 50 advanced 187.05 points, or 0.8%, while the BSE Sensex gained 404.53 points, or 0.5%, with PSU banks, metals and select auto stocks leading the broader market higher.